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nutmeg

/ˈnʌtmɛɡ/ noun · British & US
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What does nutmeg mean?

noun

A spice made from the seed of the nutmeg tree, used as a flavoring in cooking, and also used in traditional medicine. It is also used as a metaphor for something that is valuable or desirable.

Example

"The chef added a pinch of nutmeg to the soup to give it a warm, aromatic flavor."

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